Dalston
Trail Running Calendar near Dalston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Dalston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 91 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Traditional Buttermere fell race on 25 October 2026 from Gatesgarth to Robinson summit and back, with junior races and entry on the day.
Trail running in Glenridding with 5 km, 10 km and 15 km routes on marked trails around Ullswater and the foothills of Helvellyn.
A waymarked lakeside event around Ullswater offering a 20 mile low level route or a 24 mile Challenge with higher fell sections, staffed checkpoints and a written route description for participants.
November 2026
A ten mile road race around Derwent Water on 1 November 2026, organised by Keswick AC with Race HQ at Keswick School, tarmac roads, refreshments midrace and first aid provision.
Scenic trail running on Ullswater's eastern shore with boat sailings when possible, marked 10 km and 14 km courses, compulsory kit and an event village with local traders.
Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.
Trail runs at Thirlmere Reservoir on 21 November 2026 offering a Half Marathon and a 10km with chip timing, a finisher medal, and a T-shirt option.
A 7.5 mile clockwise recce from Alpkit Ambleside along Wansfell with two pace groups, cafe stop and pre-run coffee.
A winter fell race at Thirlmere Recreation Hall covering about 6.4 km with roughly 700 m of ascent, chip timing, prizes and a 150 runner limit.
December 2026
A chip timed forest event on the south side of Whinlatter offering 10k and 5k routes with individual starts and options to run with up to two dogs.
A winter, unmarked 38 mile mountain circuit around Helvellyn starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. Limited to experienced entrants, the event requires navigation skills, strict mandatory kit and offers minimal checkpoint support.
Short steep post Christmas fell race up Wansfell: 3.14 km with 405 m climb, rough terrain and mandatory FRA kit, finishing at Force Cafe.
January 2027
Junior trail race in Brampton, Cumbria on 3 January 2027 for 9 to 15 year olds, 2.9 kilometres on an undulating trail with medals, photos and age category prizes.
A timed uphill time trial from YHA Borrowdale to the Castle Crag war memorial on Sun 3 Jan 2027. The short 2.5 km course gains 200 m, offers pre-entry and entry on the day, live results, and refreshments for all.
MapRun Navigation Score in Grasmere on Sat 16 Jan 2027 uses the MapRun app, with pre entry and on the day entry, minimum age 14 and FRA insured.
February 2027
Road races around Cockermouth with half marathon and 10km routes, live chip timing, finishers' medals, and fundraising for Blood Bikes Cumbria.
Marked, chip timed trail event at Whinlatter with two routes to choose from, including an 8K to Seat How; dogs allowed on harness with one dog per runner.
Loughrigg Silverhow fell race on 7 Feb 2027 in the Lake District: 14 km with 880 m climb, entry on the day with a £2 fee, minimum age 18.